this morning seems like it was 5 days ago.... I arrived at Hyderabad where I met Vijay, Annil and... crap whats his name? anyways, our 6 hour drive from Hyderabad to Vijayawada was surreal. I used to think I knew what poverty was, I had no idea. Mud huts everywhere, scattered among what otherwise could resemble Innisfil. the driving was Insane- theres no such thing as rules here... near collisions became a norm. not shocking at all. however the reminder of the danger was brought heavily back to me at the sight of a body lying on the side of the road next to his motorcycle, his fellow rider holding his hand and looking down on him. This evening I saw a naked 4 year old sitting in the mud next to a pig, no parents in sight. no one paid him any mind... surreal. God has been guiding me and protecting me throughout this trip- His trip- mentally, physically and emotionally I am well, and at peace. God sent a man to me at the most stressful part of the journey- crazy Mumbai. He took my bags and led me through all of the security- exact same x-ray and metal detector.... 4 different times- and onto the old city bus shuttle to the domestic terminal. I'm very very simple- I need someone to take my hand and lead me along, or I will get lost- I am convinced that God sent this man. In the same way I am simple on the largest scale. I constantly am swayed and mislead, but my shepherd has always protected me. this is His trip, he provided, he is carrying me, and he is blessing me with peace. This evening I met the Orphan's for the first time, they are so amazing, I can't wait to get to know them further. I ask that you would join me in praising God for his constant care, in my safe arrival and in my mental and physical health. and i also ask that you would pray that he would continue to keep me healthy, if that is his will.
i just tried to upload photos but its taking forever, so i will try again tomorow!
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